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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity of Tamarac Resolution R-2001-034Temp. Reso #9285 February 15, 2001 Page 1 CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA RESOLUTION NO. R-2001-34 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN APPLICATION TO THE BROWARD COUNTY SAFE PARKS AND LAND PRESERVATION CHALLENGE GRANT PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000 IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE RESIDENTS AND VISITORS ENHANCED PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AT MCNAB PARK; INCREASING THE APPROPRIATION FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE MCNAB PARK PARCEL TO $807,300; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac desires to provide its residents and visitors a higher level of service by enhancing and improving its outdoor recreation facilities and environment; and 0 WHEREAS, the Broward County Safe Parks and Land Preservation Challenge Grant Program provides grants to local governments to develop public outdoor recreation programs; and WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac is submitting an application to the Broward County Parks and Land Preservation Challenge Grant Program, attached hereto as Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac has an on -going program of public participation through the activities of the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Board; and WHEREAS, the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Board recommends the improvements that will be accomplished if the grant were awarded to the City of Tamarac; F�TiLe WHEREAS, it is a requirement of the grant program that a public hearing regarding 0 the proposed development of McNab Park be held; and Temp. Reso #9285 February 15, 2001 Page 2 WHEREAS, two public hearings regarding the proposed development of McNab Park have been held; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida is willing to match the grant request of $500,000 with other funds in the amount of $307,300 for a total project cost of $807,300; and WHEREAS, the McNab Park enhancements as described in the application have been included in the schedule of Capital Improvements; and WHEREAS, it is a requirement of the grant program that this Resolution be adopted and become an official part of the application; and WHEREAS, the City Manager and Director of Parks and Recreation recommend approval; and WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida deems it to be in the best interests of the citizens and residents of the City of Tamarac to enhance recreation and park facilities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA: Section 1: The foregoing "WHEREAS" clauses are hereby ratified and confirmed as being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of this resolution. Section 2: The appropriate City Officials are hereby authorized to execute the Safe Parks and Land Preservation Program Challenge Grant application for $500,000 from Broward County providing for a match of $307,300 for a total project cost of $807,300, attached hereto as Exhibit A. Section 3: The appropriate City officials are hereby authorized to increase the appropriation for McNab Park improvements to $807,300. 0 Temp. Reso #9285 February 15, 2001 Page 3 Section 4: All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 5: If any clause, section, other part or application of this Resolution is held by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or invalid, in part or in application, it shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion or applications of this Resolution. Section 6: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 28th day of February, 2001 �1 0� � M oN SON, CMC r, � Cll ,t LERK I HE'Y� "ERTIFY that I have apprthis Resolution as / to fdrfi J .n MITCHELC S. CITY ATTO • •- RECORD OF COMMISSION VOTE MAYOR SCHREIBER DIST 1: COMM. PORTNER�- DIST Z COMM. MISHKIN DIST 3: COMM. SULTANOF ..,, DIET 4: VIM ROBERTS ,w, aQd BROWARD COUNTY SAFE PARKS & LAND PRESER VATION PROGRAM CHALLENGE GRANT APPLICATION (PLEASE TYPE) For Office Use Project # Date Received APPLICANT INFORMATION Applicant: Ci!X of Tamarac Project Title: McNab Park Project Liaison Agent: Diane Phillips Title: Special Projects Coordinator Address: City of Tamarac 7525 NW 88 Avenue Tamarac, Florida Zip Code: 33321 Telephone: (954) 724-1230 Fax: (954) 724-2549 E-Mail dane tamarac.or I hereby certify that the information provided in this application is true and accurate. Signature: _u`-' Date Typed Name: Jeffrey L. Miller Title: City Mana er County Commission District Where Project is Located 1 District 3 2/28/01 PROJECT INFORMATION Amount of Grant Request ------------------------------------------ $ 500,000.00 Other Funds __- _ _ _.._- . _.. __________ $ 307,300.00 Total Project Cost ________________ _ ____ _______________ .___ $ 807,300.00 Source of other funds, (local, grant(s), identify grant(s): hand and Water Conservation Fund, Urban and Forestry, local funds (the City has been awarded $258,000 in FCT funds, however, these are not reflected above) Funds are Utilized as Match for (Check One if Applicable): FRDAPFIND LWCF FCT OTHERUrban Forestry Grant Site Control (Check One): Acquiring Leased Owned If Leased, From Who, and Date of Expiration of Lease: PROJECT DESCRIPTION Brief Project Description: McNab Park is located in the northwest quadrant of Tamarac Commerce Park, the area of undeveloped property left in Tamarac. The project site is an 8.5-acre parcel located on McNab Road, a two lane public road, offering direct access for residential communities to the east and north. Hiatus Road to the east allows easy access from the Sawgrass Expressway. The project site is located in the most rapidly growing section of Tamarac. Residential development is a mixture of senior citizens and families with children. The Sawgrass Expressway/SFWMD Conservation Area 2a on the west, an undeveloped parcel on the east, and residential development on the north border the park. A nine -acre wetland mitigation project on the south separates the parcel from the Tamarac Commerce Park. The canal on the south end of the site is in the permit stages, and will flow into the SFWMD C-13 canal to the west, providing park visitors with an opportunity for fresh water fishing. The canal is being constructed by the owner of the adjacent parcel as part of an economic development project. The project area is best described as a remnant of the East Everglades Sawgrass Prairie. The parcel was previously zoned agricultural and past practices have contributed to invasion by exotics, disturbing the wildlife habitat. The exotics will be cleared during development of the project site. The site contains a small community of native plant species. The proposed project will restore and protect this community. One acre on the south end will be restored as wetland in an effort to attract wildlife, most notably wading birds back to the project site. Additional passive recreational elements are further detailed in the proposal. Type, and Estimated Cost of Proposed Development by Facility or Amenity: Facility Quantity Estimated (Number and/or Footage) Cost Site clearing/preparation/fill 8.5 acres clear and grub plus fill to level 45,000.00 Site Design (see conceptual plan) 62,000.00 Universally accessible playground 1 - approximately 5300 square feet 175,000.00 Sunshade/ playground 1 - approximately 5300 square feet 40,000.00 Parking area 1 - to accomodate approx 45 -50 cars 50,000.00 Amphitheatre 1 - approximately 1300 square feet 150,000.00 Picnic Shelters w/ elec. access (2) 4 @ $20,060 ea. est. 575 square feet 80,000.00 Restrooms w/ pavillion 1 - approximately 1300 suare feet 130,000.00 Trail w/ exercise stations est 1800 foot long trail X 6-8 ft. wide 49,000.00 Education kiosk 1 free standing display 1,000.00 landscaping around pavilion and picnic shelters (see conceptual) 25,300.00 Total $ 807,300.00 Project Location: Westernmost end of McNab Road, south side. Site is bordered on the west by the Sawgrass. Driving Instruction From 1-95 to Project Site (Include location map): From 195 exit west on Cypress Creek Road proceed west until road dead ends. Park is on the south side of McNab. From the Sawgrass, exit on Commercial Boulevard to Nob Hill. Take Nab Hill north to McNab Road and turn left, heading west until road ends. Total Acreage of Project Site: 8.5 3 Describe Existing Environmental Conditions and List Existing Park Facilities at Project Location: The parcel, which is presently undeveloped, is a remnant of the East Everglades Sawgrass Prairie. It is adjoined on the south by a nine acre wetland parcel. An agricultural ditch containing leather fern, shield fern and royal fern exists along the eastern boundary. Past practices have contributed to degradation of the plant and animal habitat. At present, more than 75% of the site is occupied by exotics. The elevation is unlevel and the site contains a large amount of construction debris. Plans provide for removal of the debris and exotics, replacement with native plants and refurbishing of approximately one acre on the south end of the site as wetland. These activities will be designed to protect and restore the native plants remaining on site. It is hoped that this restoration, in combination with the 9 acre parcel to the immediate south will provide a habitat that will reattract listed species, most notably wading birds. PROJECT SCORING QUESTIONS (Please Type) Describe how the proposed project will contribute to new or improved programming and services in the area it will serve. Also, does the project provide for new or increased use of recreational facilities by minorities, the disadvantaged, children, elderly, persons with disabilities and /or other under served groups? The more amenities or project elements that are proposed, the higher the score. 1-25 points The proposed project will provide a passive park, an amenity missing in the west end of the City of Tamarac. The project site is bordered on the north by residential development which is literally across the street. The park will contain a trail with exercise stations, and four picnic shelters. A universally accessible playground with sunshadewill provide a recreational opportunity where abled and disabled children and their siblings/families can interact and socialize. A nature kiosk will provide information on the natural elements of the site and the surrounding area. A wetland demonstration area will exist on site, and environmental education programs will be offered on a quarterly basis. None of these amenities presently exist in the City of Tamarac. A restroom with pavillion will complete the project. 4 2. Is a municipal applicant deficient in park land, and can demonstrate the deficiency? 1-10 points Policy 15.1 of the Tamarac Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Element states that the City adopted standard for the provision of public park land is 2.3 acres of park and open space per 1,000 population in 1999. Eased upon the City's current estimated population of 55,684, the City's adopted parks and open space level of service standard (2.3 acres per 1,000 population) requires 128 acres of public park and open space. The City's current public park inventory of 55.81 acres falls short of the City standard by approximately 72 acres. Applicants that intend to use the funds to leverage additional funds through other grant programs must identify how funds are to be leveraged. Does the applicant of the project propose a partnership with another agency? Show letters or agreements of partnership, if possible. Applicants should demonstrate what previous projects requiring grant funds have the applicant been successful in applying for, and the outcome of the project. 1-30 points The City's recently submitted application for FCT funding for reimbursement of costs associated with the acquisition of the parcel has been conceptually approved. The management plan outlined in the application provides for removal of the exotics and debris, preservation/restoration of the natural resources on site, environmental education, and protection of the wetland area to the south. Funding requested through this grant process will allow the City to fulfill the objectives of the FCT partnership. The City has recently been awarded an Urban Forestry Grant in the amount of $10,000 to provide for native trees on the site. Funds awarded through this grant process will provide for additional landscaping and land clearing. The City has also been awarded a LWCF grant for construction of a trail with exercise stations and two picnic pavilions. Funding requested through this grant process will provide for the construction of the two additional picnic shelters as depicted on the conceptual plan thus completing the picnic area. The City recently submitted a request for FRDAP funding and is awaiting the State's determination. 4. Points should be given to applicants that provide public input and public hearings about the proposed project. Provide documentation of public input and hearings as well as letters of support and opposition. 5 points for public input, 10 points for public input and public hearings. Public input has been recieved relative to the project and public hearings have been provided. The project has been included on the agenda of the Parks and Recreation Board (see copy of minutes enclosed) the propoosed improvements have been the subject of a Public Hearing held solely for the purpose of discussing the proposed project (see ad enclosed) and the proposal has additionally been in included on the City Commission agenda (see legislation enclosed). The proposed project has been well received by the community and no objections have been raised. Is the public usage of the proposed project clearly quantified? 1-30 points The park will be open to the general public 7 days per week from dawn until dusk. No admission fee is contemplated. The park is adjacent to residential development to the immediate north placing it within walking and bicycling distance of this neighborhood. A parking area will provide access to those traveling by car. The City recently hosted a parks, recreation and open space visioning workshop, which was attended by 50 representatives from various civic and neighborhood organizations. The development of neighborhood parks ranked as one of the top 3 priorities. We envision that the park will have a very high usage. 6. Is the applicant sufficiently capable and qualified to complete the proposed project and operate the facility, have an established organization and programming history, employ a professional staff for the construction/acquisition, or programming and services and have the ability to operate and maintain the proposed facilities or property? 1-30 points The City of Tamarac Parks Division of the Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for grounds and facilities maintenance in the City's parks and recreational complexes. The need for additional maintenance resources due to park expansion was addressd in the FY01 budget. The Recreation Division will provide recreational management of the park. The Recreation Division continues to see substantial staffing expansion as programs and facilities multiply. Outside instructors are utilized when a particular expertise does not exist in-house. Volunteers are an essential component of our service delivery. The development of McNab Park will offer opportuities for volunteers to be involved in the eradication of exotics, planning for and planting of native vegetation, provision of education programs and special events. Operating expenses, including maintenance and program costs, are included in the City General Fund Budget, Capital Improvements are handled through the Capital Improvement Project Budget. User fees are implemented when appropriate. The Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department is extremely proactive in developing strategies to provide quality, cost effective services. Non -Profits must be in existence for a minimum of 10 years. Non-profit applicants will receive five points if they are in existence between 10 and 20 years. Non-profit applicants will receive 10 points if they are in existence for more than 20 years. Non-profit applicants must include documentation showing when founded, by-laws, and financial records for the past three years. N/A Will the proposed project be an element in neighborhood redevelopment? 15 points N/A Does the proposed facility provide access or use of adjacent public waters and will the project tie into or expand an existing greenway or waterway? 20 points A greenway exists in the form of a nine acre wetland area to the immediate south of the project site. The proposed project will expand this greenway by the addition of 8.5 acres of passive recreation space. The sawgrass expressway, which borders the project on the west, separates the project site from water conservation area 2a. A canal is under construction on the southern border of the project, and will tie into the Tamarac canal system, which ultimatley flows into the C-14 canal. The public will have access to the canal for recreational purposes, most notably fishing. 10. Does the project have a demonstrated historic/archaeological or a cultural resource element? 5 points. There are no known historic archaeological or cultural resources on the project site. 11. Will the public have easy access to the proposed facility? 1-5 points The project is located on McNab, a County arterial road providing easy access to those traveling by automobile. Residential development is built out on the north side of McNab Road and these citizens are within immediate walking, bicycling distance of the site. The park will also be included on the Tamarac Transit route. 12. Does the project provide a clear public recreational benefit for the funds expended? 1-40 points The site will be open to the general public. Funding of the project will provide for development of a passive park in the western area of the Tamarac. This is the most rapidly growing section of of the City. There are no passive parks in this section of Tamarac. The amenities proposed in the application (picnic shelters, universal playground, outdoor amphitheatre) are currently unavailable elsewhere in the City . The funds provided through this application process will allow the City to leverage the dollars allocated to the project thus far in order to complete the amenities depicted in the conceptual plan. 13. Demonstrate how the proposed project will accommodate nationally recognized recreational design standards for similar facilities, use construction materials of long lasting quality, and reflect energy efficiency in design and operation. 1-20 points This project will incorporate recognized national recreational design standards. Tamarac will utilize a bid process for design and construction of the park. Potential contractors will be required to cite examples of previously completed projects. Consulting, architectural, and engineering firms are aware of these standards and will use them in their design. Construction materials to be used, where possible, will be recycled plastic building materials, concrete, asphalt, aluminum, concrete block and metal. Every effort will be made to use only the highest quality of building materials. Landscaping will be indigenous to South Florida and drought tolerant. Energy efficient designs will be developed and used in the construction of the project. 10 14. Is the project a new facility within an existing recreational amenity or a rehabilitation of an existing facility? If an existing facility, what is the age of the facility to be renovated? Older facilities will have a higher score. 1 point for every 5 years of age of the facility to be renovated. Maximum of 5 points The proposed project provides for new facilities on a currently undeveloped parcel of land. The City acquired the site in October 1999 following its being declared surplus property by the turnpike authority. The parcel contains a quantity of construction materials and debris which will be removed. 15. Will the proposed project enhance any environmentally sensitive areas? 10 Points Yes. The site is a remnant of the East Everglades Sawgrass Prairie. Past practices have led to degradation of the area. A nine acre wetland resortation project is under way to the immediate south of the site. The proposed project will clear the site of exotics, replant native species in an effort to revegetate the area and attract wildlife which was displaced as the result of past practices. One acre of the site will be restored as wetland. There is an approximate 400 foot long agricultural ditch on site containing leather, shield and royal fern. Great care will be taken to remove the exotics with as little disturbance as possible to these communities. H \WP\WPDOMBOND CHALLENGE GRANT APPLICATION 11l20=